Best Schools in Saint James, Minnesota
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Saint James by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St. James Middle/high School
High · St. James Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
St. James Northside Elementary
Elementary · St. James Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$153,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$153,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Saint James
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. James Middle/high School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | St. James Northside Elementary | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $66,612
- Median home value
- $153,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint James compares
Minnesota rank
#194 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
79% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
4
St. James Public School District runs Saint James's public schools
4 public schools. St. James Public School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Saint James is a St. James Public School District school (4 of 4).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.6 to 7.3 — the spread is inside Saint James, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Saint James, Minnesota
Saint James, Minnesota is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Saint James show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Saint James is St. James Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint James is served by 1 school district: ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,150 students.
Saint James's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,612. The poverty rate in the area is 16.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 492 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Pauls Lutheran SchoolPrivate 47 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 581 students · 6th–12th | 7.3 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 |
| 2 | 10 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Saint James
Saint James, Minnesota · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,612
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
6,092
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Community Profile
Saint James has a median household income of $66,612. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,400, with a median rent of $810/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.8%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Saint James, Minnesota
How many schools are in Saint James, Minnesota?
Saint James has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saint James, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint James is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Saint James, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Saint James on MySchoolScout is St. James Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saint James, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saint James on MySchoolScout is St. James Northside Elementary with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Saint James, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Saint James on MySchoolScout is St. James Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Saint James, Minnesota?
Saint James is served by 1 school district: St. James Public School District.
What is the education level in Saint James, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Saint James have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint James, Minnesota?
The median household income in Saint James is approximately $66,612 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Saint James, Minnesota?
Yes, Saint James has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Pauls Lutheran School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint James, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint James is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint James, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.